Gjirokastra UNESCO city & Ardenica Monastery - From Tirana/Durres
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Gjirokastra UNESCO city & Ardenica Monastery - From Tirana/Durres
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18 Dec
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Gjirokastra UNESCO old town & Ardenica top hill- From Tirana
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Highlights
Explore southern Albania in one day! Visit the peaceful Ardenica Monastery and the UNESCO city of Gjirokastra, known for its stone houses, lively bazaar, and rich history
Itinerary
Tirana
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeYour day begins with a scenic drive from Tirana, Durrës, or Golem toward southern Albania. The journey to Gjirokastra takes around four hours in total, offering beautiful countryside views along the way. During the drive, your tour guide will share interesting stories, local legends, and fun facts about Albania’s history and culture.Ardenica Monastery
20 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOur first stop will be at the Ardenica Monastery, a peaceful and spiritual place located on a hill surrounded by olive trees. You’ll have about 30 minutes to explore the site, admire the impressive frescoes, and enjoy the panoramic views over Myzeqe plain. The monastery dates back to the 13th century and is famous as the place where Skanderbeg, Albania’s national hero, was married.Gjirokastra Bazaar
30 minsAdmission Ticket Freefter our visit to Ardenica, we’ll continue the journey toward Gjirokastra, one of Albania’s most beautiful and historic towns. Upon arrival, your guide will introduce you to this UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its well-preserved Ottoman architecture, stone-roofed houses, and steep cobbled streets. Together, we’ll take a guided walk through the old bazaar, where you can browse local shops filled with handmade crafts, silver jewelry, textiles, and souvenirs. The colorful streets and traditional buildings make it a perfect place for photos and soaking in the city’s unique charm.Gjirokaster
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter the guided part, you’ll have free time to explore on your own — whether you’d like to visit a local museum, enjoy a traditional lunch, or simply wander through the narrow lanes of the “stone city.” IMPORTANT: During off season November- May most of the museums may be closed on Monday.Tirana(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeKNOW BEFORE YOU RESERVE: PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, please note that in some cases, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time. MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled. FITNESS LEVEL: Participants should have a basic level of fitness to comfortably complete the tour. PICK UP/DROP-OFF FROM DURRES AND GOLEM IS INCLUDED
What's included
INCLUDED
Pick up and drop-off from Durres or Golem (meeting points)
Air Conditioned transportation to the destination locations
Pick up and drop-off from Tirana
Road Taxes
English speaking tour guide
NOT INCLUDED
Snacks and drinks
Museum / Castle entrance
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Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Kindly note that this tour is not suitable for children under 4 years old
Not recommended for travelers with knee problems.
Location
Address
Leqet e Hotit, Albania
Provider
Smart Tour Albania
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